May 2023

Highlights from the May 2023 Issue:

This issue focuses on Step Five and the importance of honesty and connection. In “Step Five: Facing a Disease of Perception”, John C. explains how sharing one’s inventory brings clarity, humility, and perspective. He highlights that recovery requires openness with another person and that true healing comes through connection rather than isolation.

In “Amazing Connection Because of Pandemic!”, John P. shares a powerful story of finding fellowship through Zoom meetings and eventually forming real-life connections in Ottawa. His experience illustrates how the program transcends geography and how relationships built in recovery can become deeply meaningful.

The issue also includes “One Day at a Time” (author not clearly identified in visible text), reflecting on early sobriety and the practical meaning of staying sober one day at a time. Additional content promotes service opportunities, new meetings, and outreach efforts, emphasizing participation and engagement in the fellowship.